Using ICT in Primary Mathematics Practice and Possibilities

This book explores the development and current classroom applications of hardware and software for primary mathematics. The authors review available software (including data handling programs, Logo and control, ILS, maths adventures and 'drill-and-practices' software) and consider why these have not gained wider acceptance among primary teachers. They consider pedagogy and best practice in mathematics, rather that structures imposed by technology. The book provides powerful examples of ways in which ICT can be effectively integrated into the mathematics curriculum. The authors take account of the National Numeracy Framework, and look at possible new directions in educational software, hardware and resources.

First Published in 2000. Using combined first-hand experiences as class teachers, in the advisory service, and as teacher trainers, this book was written to help teachers and students in training to consider some of the issues that surround the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in today's and tomorrow's classrooms. It explores the uses of ICT in mathematics teaching and learning, past and present, and provides a rationale for its use within and beyond the daily mathematics lesson, and suggest some innovative ways forward.

Chapter 1 Background to ICT in the primary school, Bob Fox; Chapter 2 Mathematics teaching and learning: past, present and future, Ann Montague-Smith; Chapter 3 Mathematics software and its use, Bob Fox, Ann Montague-Smith, Sarah Wilkes; Chapter 4 Mathematics on-line, Bob Fox; Chapter 5 ICT in the daily mathematics lesson, Bob Fox, Sarah Wilkes; Chapter 6 Conclusion, Bob Fox;

Fox, Bob; Montague-Smith, Ann; Wilkes, Sarah